There are a number of variations of the modern-day High Low Tutu Dresses Prom Dress Classical tutu a skirt made of 10-12 layers of stiff tulle sewn on to a pantie and also basque at hip level. The reduced, short layers of silk sustain the leading layers, making them jut out from the hip.Pancake tutu this tutu is sustained by a hoop as well as is really level, with few ruffles.Platter tutu similar to the pancake tutu but resting at the waistline instead of the hip.American tutu (also referred to as the Balanchine, Karinska or powderpuff tutu) Really brief ruffles of tulle are loosely stitched on a pantie to offer a soft impact.